WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
E134 - Aired 07-24 - PAARI Program
E134 - Aired 07-24 - PAARI Program
E134 - Aired 07-24 - PAARI Program
Wednesday 6th August 2025
Join Tony Lagreca on Courage to Hope as he discusses the PARI program and community efforts to fight substance abuse with Vicki Butler and Brittany Garrett.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Overcoming Addiction: The PARI Initiative
Episode Overview
- PARI's 10-year journey in battling addiction.
- Community-driven recovery approaches.
- Importance of early intervention in addiction cases.
- Resources available through Plymouth County Outreach.
- Role of police in addiction recovery initiatives.
What keeps me here is seeing family members and loved ones struggling with navigating the system, constantly looking to remove barriers for those who need access to care.
In this compelling episode of 'Courage to Hope,' Tony Lagreca delves into the ongoing battle against substance abuse and the transformative impact of community-driven initiatives. Joined by guests Vicki Butler and Brittany Garrett, the discussion centers around the Police Assisted Addiction and Recovery Initiative (PARI), a program committed to addressing the opioid epidemic through innovative strategies. Celebrating its 10-year anniversary, PARI has evolved from a local effort in Gloucester, Massachusetts, to a nationwide network of support and recovery programs.
Brittany Garrett shares insights from her work in Kentucky, highlighting the critical need for early intervention and collaboration among various systems to prevent overdose crises. She emphasizes the importance of connecting individuals to treatment options rather than resorting to punitive measures, a philosophy that has guided PARI's approach over the past decade. Vicki Butler, representing Plymouth County Outreach, introduces their post-overdose follow-up program, which aims to bridge the gap between emergency medical care and long-term recovery support.
She discusses the availability of harm reduction supplies, such as Narcan and fentanyl test strips, and the organization's commitment to removing barriers to care. Throughout the episode, the guests underscore the significance of community partnerships, with over 100 police and public safety collaborators working alongside PARI in Massachusetts. As the opioid epidemic continues to challenge communities nationwide, initiatives like PARI and Plymouth County Outreach offer hope and practical solutions.
Listeners are encouraged to support these vital programs through donations and to explore the resources available on PARI's website. Tony Lagreca's 'Courage to Hope' remains a beacon of encouragement, reminding us all that with dedication and collaboration, change is possible.